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If we are to encourage faculty to use Studio, we need to duplicate the experience we are asking them to leave. Studio needs the ability to offer a "playlist" feature for multiple videos (many different video recording/housing organizations offer this option). Can Canvas provide a way to nest multiple studio videos as a…
Hello Just wondering if Canvas had a report function within Canvas Studio that shows me which courses have videos stored in them? Thanks. Allison
Link doesn't work for embed in Google; maybe because Canvas link isn't public??
Hello- I"m having trouble launching a screen recording on Canvas Studio. I have had luck in the past but am finding that is no longer working. I have also checked my privacy settings and they are all correct. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!
Being able to create assessments that best fit your learners' needs is one of the many reasons I love the Instructure platform and the variety of products that are available for your institution to utilize. Video quizzes are becoming ever popular as institutions are continuously seeking ways to provide variety in…
Managing a growing video library just got easier. The new Archive & Restore feature in Canvas Studio gives users more control over their content — without the fear of permanent deletion. What’s new? Archive videos – Easily remove videos from your active library while keeping them securely stored for future access. Restore…
Video is a powerful teaching tool, and now Canvas Studio makes it even safer and more focused for K–20 learners. The YouTube Player for Education provides a distraction-free way to stream YouTube videos directly within Canvas, while protecting user privacy. What’s new? Integrated with Canvas Studio – Access YouTube videos…
I'm building a page with videos in my Studio, but rather than embedding each video I'd like to use a standard HTML link. Is there any way to do this and still have access to student video analytics? I can't seem to find a way to link to a video within the page creator tools, and when I get a shareable link directly from a…
Recording audio in Studio When recording the web camera, no problems occur. However, when recording the screen capture the audio is in and out and the recording is garbled. Working on a Mac, with Bluetooth headset that works fine in all other video/audio applications. I have toggle on/off BT and have disconnected and…
Release notes outline upcoming customer-impacting changes that are expected to be displayed in production environments. Please note that features considered for future development are not included in the notes. Canvas Studio is a communication tool that allows instructors and students to actively collaborate through video…
Is it possible to enable Canvas Studio in some Canvas courses, while disabling it in others? Essentially, we want to manage our storage/usage carefully, and we don't want a "free for all" in courses that don't actually need it.
I know how to make a Canvas demo and embed it. I do not want the comments feature on. I keep turning it off but it still appears in student view. I do not want to field questions about why they cannot comment. I just want the comments to go away.
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The start of a new semester always brings a mix of excitement and pressure to both educators and learners. Whether you teach fourth grade or a fourth-year seminar, the first few weeks matter. They shape engagement, trust, and the pace for everything that follows. Setting students up for success requires early and frequent…
Hi everyone, I’m Olivia, and I’m excited to officially introduce myself as the Product Manager for IgniteAI Agent. Before joining Instructure, I spent several years as a PM at Microsoft, where I worked on bringing the power of AI into Excel for millions of users. My career has always lived at the intersection of complex…
More control over grading and feedback is here! Rubric scores and comments can be released separately or together to give you full control over the timing of both feedback and grades. Try it out in Beta now or in Production. Why we built this Feedback is one of the most powerful tools for student learning, but timing…
As 2025 comes to a close, the Canvas Catalog team at Instructure is proud to reflect on a year of product enhancements that support the unique challenges of managing and scaling non-degree offerings. Whether institutions are running continuing education, workforce training, certificate programs, or lifelong learning…
5 To-Do List Improvements That Make Studying Easier Managing workload on a phone shouldn’t require three apps and a mental spreadsheet. For millions of students, the Canvas mobile To-Do list is the first place they check to understand their day. In fact, it’s the most-visited screen in the entire app, opened almost 200…
Callout: This blog post is part of the Mastery Connect Feature Spotlight series, where we highlight enhancements and updates designed to make your experience simpler and more powerful. In every classroom, teaching and assessment go hand in hand. Educators know that frequent, formative checks for understanding are essential…
Dear Parchment Digital Badges Community! As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to pause, reflect, and say something we don’t say often enough: thank you. Thank you for choosing us as your credentialing partner. Thank you for sharing your feedback, your struggles, and your vision. Also in the power of credentials…
Every institution has its own language, policies, and ways of working — and now IgniteAI Ask Your Data in Intelligent Insights can speak yours. The new Context Library feature is designed to make AI-generated insights more accurate, relevant, and aligned with your institution’s unique environment. Earlier this year, we…
We're excited to announce important updates to our Files API, designed to bring you a more secure and efficient experience when working with your files. These changes reflect our commitment to following current best practices and providing you with the most robust tools possible. Previous Change: File UUIDs Transitioned…
At the end of October, the Instructure team had the chance to spend a full day onsite with Belmont University in Nashville, TN for a Customer Discovery Session (CDS) focused on the future of course design and assessment. Belmont is an innovative institution that has deliberately evolved its digital learning approach over…
Whether you’re new to Canvas or looking to expand your skills, each Klatch session offers a welcoming space to share ideas, ask questions, and learn from one another. As a K12 Canvas Admin and Technology Instructional Specialist, I am passionate about helping teachers simplify their workflow, make the most of their time,…
The Canvas Klatch is an online office hour open to all members of the Instructure Community. It started as an office hour for the courses I teach for CVC@ONE: Introduction to Teaching with Canvas Advanced Techniques with Canvas Online Teaching and Design Equity & Culturally Responsive Online Teaching Humanizing Online…
We’re excited to introduce a new quarterly Implementation Webinar series designed to support Canvas Administrators during setup, rollout, and early adoption. These sessions are built to help you better understand admin functionality, available training resources, and how to get the most value from your On-Demand Training…
Mastering budget season with evidence-based insights- Kick off the new year by taking the guesswork out of your financial planning! Join us for a high-impact session on using LearnPlatform to navigate budgeting season with confidence. We will review how to leverage data from your Inventory Dashboard and Rapid-Cycle…
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The keynotes and sessions in Spokane may be over, but the conversation is just getting started. Join us for the InstructureCon25 Encore Series—a book club for the Instructure Community that brings the voices of featured speakers into your everyday learning. One book at a time, we’ll read, reflect, and keep the…
Compliance Countdown: Data Privacy & The DOJ Accessibility DeadlineWith the April deadline for DOJ accessibility compliance fast approaching, now is the time to ensure your ecosystem is secure and inclusive. This crucial session focuses on the complete lifecycle of vendor vetting, data privacy, and accessibility…